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Installation Instructions
For best results, please read and follow all directions carefully.
1. Avoid exposure to weather. Product carton is not waterproof.
Carton exposed to rain or snow may result in accumulated water
penetrating the back laminates of the shower pan and soak the
glassed in reinforcement supports causing bulges in the gelcoat
surface.
2. Most handling damage is the result of impact blows to the back
of the berglass units.
3. Never drag this berglass product on any surface. Always carry
the pan or use a two wheel dolly.
4. Never drop the berglass shower pan from any height, not
even an inch or stress cracks are likely to occur.
5. Placing objects inside the unit can cause scratches or nicks
to the nished surface. Do not use the shower pan as a trash
receptacle! Always place a drop cloth or cardboard on the oor
when working inside the shower.
6. Never clean berglass gelcoat surface with metal tools of any
kind, including razor blades.
PLANNING YOUR INSTALLATION
1. Review the Framing Diagrams in Figure 1. Modify existing
framing if required. For new construction, build framing structure
in accordance with product dimensions and notes shown in the
Framing Diagrams. The two wall Framing Diagram is for the 6060
3P two wall shower only.
BRIEF OVERVIEW
Please read instructions before beginning the installation.
Note: Unit will not install properly if framing pocket is not square
and of proper size. The dimensions shown in the FRAMING
DIAGRAMS are 1/4” larger than the size of the shower. This product
is manufactured to tight specications. The 1/4” over sizing is for
maneuvering and installation ease. If 1/4” over is not reasonable,
sizing closer to the product actual dimensions is allowable.
When trial tting the shower, use a level to conrm the parts are
level and plumb. If any gaps are present between the shower and
framing, use furring strips to ll the gaps. If the walls and oorare
not level, there may be an excessive gap at the seams. The unit is
designed to allow an 1/8” gap at the seams.
2. The shower base will be installed, leveled, and fastened to the
framing before the walls are installed. It is essential the framing
pocket be square and plumb for the unit to install properly.
The oor also must have no voids or out of level conditions. If
these are present, they must be corrected before installation.
Floor leveling compound can be purchased at a local home
improvement store. Make sure the area is completely dry.
3. Following the shower pan installation, place the back wall
sections, then the side walls. The parts are indexed to one another
by a slot and pin connection system. The parts are pushed tight
together before connection to the framing pocket is made. To
have a successful installation, two persons are required.
4. Plan for the location of the shower water control valve. Note
if planning to install the control valve in the back wall of the shower
with a two piece back wall, consider the location of the seam in the
wall. The control valve must be located at a height where the seam
and mounting ange do not cause a conict with placement of the
control valve, or water supply lines. These considerations are not
necessary if installing on the one piece back wall, or side wall. Plan for
routing the water supply lines to the control valve installation location.
5. In the installation location, the drain opening in the oor should
have a 6” core for the drain pipe, and a 10” x 10” x 1/2” deep
recess in the sub oor. (The drain core must be blocked when
lled with Thin-Set). The 10” x 10” x 1/2” deep recess is required
to to assure proper drainage. See Detail of Drain Core Area
6. Check the outside of the package for visible shipping damage.
If damage is noted, contact your supplier before proceeding with
the installation.
7. Locate accessories if any were ordered. They will be packaged
in the pan box. Remove those and store them in a safe location
Tools/materials you might need for proper installation
• hammer
• drill with phillips screw bit
• 1/2” notched trowel
• 1/8” drill bit
• spatula
• grease pencil (china marker)
• auger mixing tool for drill
• caulking gun
• 4’ level
• 2’ level
• nails
• (50+) 1 1/4” wood screws
• solid wood flooring adhesive- (2) one gallon buckets per
shower or 100% silicone adhesive
• two gallons of water - for mixing bedding compound and
water test around drain
• tube of white bathroom caulking
• (2) tubes of 100% clear silicone caulking
• (3) 8’ 2x4s
• (1) 8” long 2x4
• (1) 24” long 2x4
• (2) large wiping cloths
• self-caulking shower drain fitting
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FRAMING DIAGRAMS
Note: Unit will not install properly if framing pocket is not
square and of proper size. The dimensions shown in the
FRAMING DIAGRAMS are 1/4” larger than the size of the
shower pan. This product is manufactured to tight
specifications. The 1/4” over sizing is for manuvering and
installation ease. If 1/4” over is not reasonable, sizing closer
to the product actual dimensions is allowable.
3838
4836
6030
C
6030 L-R
6033 C
6033 L-R
6036 L-R
6060
6048
6036
C
6238
6232
A B
C D
38 7/8”
48 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
60 1/4”
62 5/8”
62 5/8”
62 5/8” 38 1/2” 19 3/8”
31 5/16”
32 1/2” 16 3/8”
30 1/8” 61 1/4” 30 1/8”
30 1/8”
49 1/4”
24 1/8”
8 9/16”
37 1/8”
18 3/4”
8 9/16”
30 1/8” 37 1/4”
18 1/8”
33 5/8” 15 3/8”
30 1/8” 33 5/8” 15 1/8”
8 9/16” 31 1/4”
15 1/8”
30 1/8”
31 1/4”
15 1/8”
24 1/8”
37 1/4”
18 1/8”
19 7/16”
38 5/8”
19 1/8”
5050
50 1/4” 25 1/8” 50 1/8” 25”
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6.
Carefully measure the framing pocket to assure it is of
proper size for the unit to be installed. Refer to
dimensional information in the Framing Diagrams on
Page 3, Figure 1.
5.
A special note: During handling and transport,
the product may be slightly bent. It is very important
that the seam side of each wall, and the threshold of the
pan does not have any bow or bend. This product is
engineered with materials that allow for the sections to be
pressed back to the normal and straight factory form that
is intended.
7.
Check the framing pocket for square. Check to assure
the vertical studs are plumb. To have tight seams where
the parts meet, it is very important that the framing pocket
be exceptionally square and plumb.
Check for square by holding a measuring tape from the
back left corner to the front right corner, as shown in
Figure 4. Repeat for the other side. If both dimensions are
the same, the framing is square. Adjust if necessary.
As each section is removed from the packaging, use a
straight edge to check the straightness of the wall sections
and of the threshold. An example of checking the threshold
is illustrated in Figure 2A. Check all the parts, and if not
straight, follow the procedures outlined below to bring the
parts back into the intended condition.
In the event they are not straight to 1/16”, pressure can be
applied to the top side of the material. This can be
accomplished by placing blocks under the two extreme
corners.
Always place a soft rag on the finished surface where it
contacts the wood blocks, and under your feet to avoid
damaging the finish.
Gently step on this area and allow your body weight
(Up to 250 pounds), to flex the material back straight.
Confirm straightness, repeat if necessary until +/- 1/16”
is accomplished. (Figures 2B and 2C)
Once the dry fit has been done and the fit confirmed,
disassemble the components. Resume step 5 and follow
each step carefully.
A complete dry fit for the shower base and walls is
recommended. A dry fit in this instance is defined as
securing the sections to the studs with no silicone and
minimal screws to confirm a good fit, and the framing
accommodates the sections. To achieve a dry fit
installation, proceed with steps 6 through 23 without using
the silicone, floor adhesive and minimal screws to secure
to the framework.
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Figure 3
Figure 4
Figure 2C
Figure 2B
Figure 2A
for easy retrieval.
8. Identify each package and its contents. The label on the box is
clearly marked indicating a shower pan and wall panels.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Prepare the installation area by sweeping the area completely
clean.
2. Framing pocket must be sized according to the information
provided in the Framing Diagram. It is recommended that the front
studs at each side be doubled for added strength. Framing must be
extremely square and plumb in order to accomplish a successful
installation.
3. Install hot and cold water supply lines with the control valve.
Mount to the framing.
4. It is extremely important that the oor area intended for the
installation be at and level. Any areas over 1/8” out-of-level
will prevent the installation from being successful. If an area out
more than 1/8” is found, oat the oor area with a oor leveling
compound. This material must be placed and cured (dry) before
proceeding with the shower installation.
5. A special note: During handling and transport, the product may be
slightly bent. It is very important that the seam side of each wall, and
the threshold of the pan does not have any bow or bend. This product is
engineered with materials that allow for the sections to be pressed back
to the normal and straight factory form that is intended.
As each section is removed from the packaging, use a straight edge
to check the straightness of the wall sections and of the threshold.
An example of checking the threshold is illustrated in Figure 2A.
Check all the parts, and if not straight, follow the procedures outlined
below to bring the parts back into the intended condition.
In the event they are not straight to 1/16”, pressure can be
applied to the top side of the material. This can be accomplished by
placing blocks under the two extreme
corners.
Always place a soft rag on the nished surface where it
contacts the wood blocks, and under your feet to avoid
damaging the nish.
Gently step on this area and allow your body weight
(Up to 250 pounds), to ex the material back straight.
Conrm straightness, repeat if necessary until +/- 1/16”
is accomplished. Figures 2B and 2C
A complete dry t for the shower base and walls is
recommended. A dry t in this instance is dened as
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securing the sections to the studs with no silicone and
minimal screws to conrm a good t, and the framing
accommodates the sections. To achieve a dry t installation,
proceed with steps 6 through 23 without using the silicone, oor
adhesive and minimal screws to secure to the framework.
Once the dry t has been done and the t conrmed,
disassemble the components. Resume step 5 and follow
each step carefully.
6. Carefully measure the framing pocket to assure it is of
proper size for the unit to be installed. Refer to dimensional
information in the Framing Diagrams in Figure 1.
7. Check the framing pocket for square. Check to assure
the vertical studs are plumb. To have tight seams where
the parts meet, it is very important that the framing pocket
be exceptionally square and plumb.
Check for square by holding a measuring tape from the
back left corner to the front right corner, as shown in
Figure 4. Repeat for the other side. If both dimensions are
the same, the framing is square. Adjust if necessary.
8. The next step is to dry t the shower pan to the studs
and conrm the drain location.
The better t of the pan, the better all wall parts will
assemble as intended with minimal gaps at the seams.
Note in Figure 5 the two installers have placed the shower
pan on the oor, and are pushing it into the installed position. One of
the installers is using a short piece of 2 x 4 wood to hold the front
of the shower pan off the oor. This will assist in moving the pan into
the installed position while preventing chipping the front edge if it
were to slide along the sub oor.
After the pan is set, ll any gaps between the mounting
ange and the framing with wood shims or furring strips to
achieve solid contact. The ange must be in contact with the
studs along all sides.
The back corners of the shower pan should be in
contact with the framing, as seen in Figure 7. Shim these areas if
required.
9. Once the shower pan is put into place and t is conrmed,
draw a pencil line on the sub oor indicating the front point of
the threshold of the pan. See Figure 8
Place a piece of cardboard in the oor of the shower to
protect the oor during the additional steps of installation.
There is a cut out for this on the pan box.
9.
Once the shower pan is put into place and
fit is confirmed, draw a pencil line on the sub floor
indicating the front point of the threshold of the pan.
(See Figure 8).
The back corners of the shower pan should be in
contact with the framing, as seen in Figure 7.
Shim these areas if required.
NOTE: There are 2 shower models that require shims
on the underside for installation. These models are:
When the shower pan is trial fit in the framing
pocket, shim under the leveling leg on the under
side of the pan. Place the shims and adjust
until the pan is level and does not rock.
These shims must be glued or screwed down in the
correct location before the final installation.
This step is required for these units to assure a correct
installation for these two higher threshold showers.
Place a piece of cardboard in the floor of the shower to
protect the floor during the additional steps of installation.
There is a cut out for this on the pan box.
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After the pan is set, fill any gaps between the mounting
flange and the framing with wood shims or furring strips to
achieve solid contact. The flange must be in contact with
the studs along all sides.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 5
Figure 6
8.
The next step is to dry fit the shower pan to the studs
and confirm the drain location.
The better fit of the pan, the better all wall parts will
assemble as intended with minimal gaps at the seams.
Note in Figure 5 the two installers have placed the shower
pan on the floor, and are pushing it into the installed
position. One of the installers is using a short piece of 2 x
4 wood to hold the front of the shower pan off the floor.
This will assist in moving the pan into the installed position
while preventing chipping the front edge if it were to slide
along the sub floor.
4836 SH 3.0, and 6030 SH 4.0.
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10. Conrm the pan is level by using a long level on top of the
threshold, and along the sides and back.
Note the level is used on the same horizontal surface that
has the pins. This will be important to allow the wall panels
to t correctly. See Figures 9A and 9B
If the pan is not level, shim the appropriate areas to achieve level.
Do not shim more than 1/8”. If shimming over 1/8” is required,
remove the pan and correct the sub-oor area by
“oating” a oor leveling compound.
11. Drill holes through the mounting anges into each
framing stud. These holes should be drilled using a
1/8” drill bit. See Figure 10
Note: Plan on using at or pan head screws to secure the
shower pan. An 1/8” gap is provided in the shower design
to account for the screw heads. This gap will allow clearance so the
walls may assembled to the shower pan.
12. The next step is to permanently install the shower pan. A
helpful tip to make this easier is to rotate the pan upward and
lean against the back framing studs of the pocket. This will remove
the pan from the work zone without removing it from the stud
pocket. Do not secure the pan to the studs at this point because
you may need to reach around the pan as you install the drain
tting detailed in the next step. Make sure pan is angled enough
so it will not fall.
13. Install the drain tting on the shower pan. Apply a bead of
100% silicone caulking around the recessed molded drain area on
the nished side of the pan. Remove the nut and all gaskets from
the drain body. Slip the threaded shank of the drain body through
the hole. Follow the instructions provided with the drain tting
to install the gaskets in the proper location. When all gaskets and
locknut are in place on the bottom side of the shower, tighten the
nut to secure the shower drain assembly. From the top side of
the drain assembly, remove the rubber caulking gasket located on
the inside of the drain tting. This will allow the drain pipe to slip
through the drain tting on the shower.
A diagram of a typical drain assembly is shown in this manual.
Wipe away any excess caulking that may have squeezed
out on the inside of the pan.
Now secure the pan in the upright position to the back framing.
Use a piece of scrap 2 x 4 lumber to temporarily secure it. See
the example in Figure 12.
12.
The next step is to permanently install the
shower pan. A helpful tip to make this easier is to
rotate the pan upward and lean against the back framing
studs of the pocket. This will remove the pan from the
work zone without removing it from the stud pocket. Do
not secure the pan to the studs at this point because you
may need to reach around the pan as you install the
drain fitting detailed in the next step. Make sure pan is
angled enough so it will not fall.
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Figure 11
10.
Confirm the pan is level by using a long level on
top of the threshold, and along the sides and back.
Note the level is used on the same horizontal surface that
has the pins.This will be important to allow the wall panels
to fit correctly. (See Figures 9A and 9B).
11.
Drill holes through the mounting flanges into each
framing stud. These holes should be drilled using a
1/8” drill bit. (See Figure 10).
Note: Plan on using flat or pan head screws to secure the
shower pan. An 1/8” gap is provided in the shower design
to account for the screw heads. This gap will allow
clearance so the walls may assembled to the shower pan.
Wipe away any excess caulking that may have squeezed
out on the inside of the pan.
If the pan is not level, shim the appropriate areas
to achieve level. Do not shim more than 1/8”. If
shimming over 1/8” is required, remove the pan
and correct the sub-floor area by
“floating” a floor leveling compound.
Figure 10
Figure 9B
Figure 9A
13.
Install the drain fitting on the shower pan.
Apply a bead of 100% silicone caulking around
the recessed molded drain area on the finished side of
the pan. Remove the nut and all gaskets from the drain
body. Slip the threaded shank of the drain body through
the hole. Follow the instructions provided with the drain
fitting to install the gaskets in the proper location. When
all gaskets and locknut are in place on the bottom side
of the shower, tighten the nut to secure the shower drain
assembly. From the top side of the drain assembly,
remove the rubber caulking gasket located on the inside
of the drain fitting. This will allow the drain pipe to slip
through the drain fitting on the shower.
A diagram of a typical drain assembly is shown on
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14. A solid wood oor adhesive or 100% silicone adhesive
will be used to “glue” the bottom side of the shower pan to
the sub oor. The following steps will detail the appropriate
steps to accomplish this.
15. Clean the sub-oor thoroughly, wiping away all lose
debris. Wipe up any moisture. Never use adhesive on a dirty
or damp surface.
16. To secure the shower pan to the oor a solid wood
oor adhesive must be applied to the entire sub oor area
where the shower pan will rest, 3/8” thick and 3” apart.
Using a 1/2” notched trowel, apply adhesive evenly over the
pan contact area. Bring the adhesive up to the threshold
pencil mark and also make sure the adhesive will be in
contact with the back side of the pan. The long edge of the
trowel may be needed to get the adhesive to the far back of
the contact area where the pan is resting against the framing
studs in a vertical position. (Pan not shown in Figures 13 A
and B).
After the adhesive is troweled over the sub oor, use a
spatula to wipe the adhesive over the entire area where the
pan will sit. The exception will be the drain box area. This area
will be lled with thin-set non shrink mortar. Do not ll this
area above the oor line and do not spill any of this thin-set
material onto the contact adhesive. See Figure 13B
Non shrink thin-set mortar can be purchased at any local
home improvement store. Please follow the mixing directions
on the bag.
In this step, apply the adhesive to the at oor area and ll
the boxed area around the drain pipe with the Thin-Set
mortar.
17. After the adhesive and thin-set materials are in place,
rotate the pan back into place for installation.
(Hint) In order to reach the pan without stepping on the
adhesive, place a short piece of wood over the drain area. Use
this to step on to remove the 2 x 4 that is holding the pan
against the back framing. See Figure 15
NOTE: The working life of the ooring adhesive is roughly
one hour. (Refer to the label on the adhesive for actual
working time). After step 16 is complete, the entire
installation process though step 23 must continue. If for
Non shrink thin-set mortar can be purchased at Lowes or
The Home Depot. Please follow the mixing directions on the
bag.
In this step, apply the adhesive to the flat floor area and fill
the boxed area around the drain pipe with the Thin-Set
mortar.
After the adhesive is troweled over the sub floor, use a
spatula to wipe the adhesive over the entire area where the
pan will sit.
The exception will be the drain box area. This area will be
filled with thin-set non shrink mortar. Do not fill this area
above the floor line and do not spill any of this thin-set
material onto the contact adhesive.
(See Figure 13B.)
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14.
A solid wood floor adhesive will be used to “glue” the
bottom side of the shower pan to the sub floor.
The following steps will detail the appropriate steps to
accomplish this.
NOTE: Models 4836 SH and 6030 SH are not glued as described
above. The models must have the bottom supported by shims
placed under the leveling legs at the underside of the pan.
This step is described on Page 5 Step 8.
15.
Clean the sub-floor thoroughly, wiping away all lose debris.
Wipe up any moisture. Never use adhesive on a dirty or
If installing these models, the following instructions refering to
adhesive do not apply.
16.
Now secure the pan in the upright position to the back framing.
Use a piece of scrap 2 x 4 lumber to temporarily secure it. See
the example in Figure 12.
Figure 12
To secure the shower pan to the floor a solid wood
floor adhesive must be applied to the entire sub floor
area where the shower pan will rest.
Using a 1/2” notched trowel, apply adhesive evenly over the
pan contact area. Bring the adhesive up to the threshold
pencil mark and also make sure the adhesive will be in
contact with the back side of the pan. The long edge of the
trowel may be needed to get the adhesive to the far back of
the contact area where the pan is resting against the framing
studs in a vertical position.
(Pan not shown in Figures 13 A and B).
Figure 13A
Figure 13B
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any reason the installation cannot be completed within the
working time of the adhesive, after step 16, jump ahead to
step 23.
Rotate the pan back to the horizontal position. As you lower the
pan to the sub oor, align the drain pipe with the drain tting, and
with the pencil mark at the front of the threshold.
When the pan is seated into the adhesive, place the cardboard
on the shower oor for protection. Thoroughly walk around in
the shower. This will assist in seating the pan into the adhesive.
Attach the pan to the studs by installing the at top/pan
head screws through the holes drilled into the ange.
Snug the screws up tight so the screw heads will be clear
of the side wall panels for assembly. Use care not to
overtighten to the point that causes ange breakage.
18. Before installing the walls, conrm the ledges
where the walls sit are level. Check with a long
level as shown in Figure 16. If there is an out of level
condition, remove screws and adjust as required.
19. Before the adhesive cures, conrm the oor slope to the
drain has been maintained. To do this, use a 2 foot level at various
points around the drain to the adjacent wall to check for draft.
Make sure there is a downward slope to the drain in all directions
around the drain. Visually inspect the oor to be sure there are
no humps or dips that could cause improper drainage.
See Figure 17A and 17B.
20. The next step will be to place the wall panels on the pan. The
back wall will be installed rst. If the water control valve is in the
back wall, carefully measure and mark the location on the surface
of the wall panel. If installing in a shower with a two piece back
wall, the valve probably will be installed through the lower wall
panel. Make certain the valve does not conict with
the mounting ange or seam. Read the installation instructions
provided by the valve manufacturer. Before the Trial t, carefully
drill the valve hole (s) in the panel. When drilled,dry Trial t the
back wall panel (s) on the shower pan to test the t.
Conrm the gap where the wall seats to the pan is 1/8” or less.
Make sure the seam for the two piece wall is also 1/8” or less.
Adjust the valve hole size and location if required.
Lift the wall panel with the valve hole away. Complete the valve
installation and connection to hot and cold water supply at this
time. Also complete shower supply connection. Strap pipes to
17.
After the adhesive and thin-set materials are in place, rotate
the pan back into place for installation.
(Hint) In order to reach the pan without stepping on the adhesive,
place a short piece of wood over the drain area. Use this to step
on to remove the 2 x 4 that is holding the pan against the back
framing. (See Figure 15).
18.
19.
Before installing the walls, confirm the ledges
where the walls sit are level. Check with a long
level as shown in Figure 16. If there is an out of level
condition, remove screws and adjust as required.
Before the adhesive cures, confirm the floor slope to the
drain has been maintained. To do this, use a 2 foot level at
various points around the drain to the adjacent wall to check
for draft. Make sure there is a downward slope to the drain in
all directions around the drain. Visually inspect the floor to be
sure there are no humps or dips that could cause improper
drainage.
See Figure 17A and 17B.
Rotate the pan back to the horizontal position. As you lower the
pan to the sub floor, align the drain pipe with the drain fitting,
and with the pencil mark at the front of the threshold.
NOTE: The working life of the flooring adhesive is roughly
one hour. (Refer to the label on the adhesive for actual
working time). After step 16 is complete, the entire
installation process though step 23 must continue. If for
any reason the installation cannot be completed within the
working time of the adhesive, after step 16, jump ahead to
step 23.
When the pan is seated into the adhesive, place the cardboard
on the shower floor for protection. Thoroughly walk around in
the shower. This will assist in seating the pan into the adhesive.
Attach the pan to the studs by installing the flat top/pan
head screws through the holes drilled into the flange.
Snug the screws up tight so the screw heads will be clear
of the side wall panels for assembly. Use care not to
overtighten to the point that causes flange breakage.
Figure 16
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Figure 17B
Figure 17A
2 Ft. Level
Floor Level To
Drain - No Humps
Figure 15
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framing if required. This is the last access to the plumbing before
the wall is permanently installed.
21. If all ts are good, proceed with the installation of the the
back wall. The installation procedures described in this step apply
for installation of one or two piece back walls.
Wipe clean the ledges on top of the pan. Apply a continuous
bead of 100% RTV silicone caulking along the back ledge of the
pan where the back wall will sit. The bead should be placed at
the middle of the ledge, and be 3/8” wide. The bead should go
completely around each alignment pin.
There are slots on the underside of the wall. There are alignment
pins in the pan that will insert into the slots on the bottom of the
wall. See the detail in Figure 19.
The lower section of the back wall is the panel with a single,
molded soap dish. Lift this panel up and carefully lower it onto
the back ledge on the pan.
Push the wall panel down to seat it in the caulking.
Check the t for level and plumb.
Note to installer: There is a difference having the bubble
between the lines and a plumb wall. The wall must be
VERY plumb or a gap larger than 1/8” will be present
where the side walls mate the back wall. Use wood shims
or furring strips to ll any space between the back wall
ange and the studs.
Align the wall section where it meets the shower pan so it is
centered on the pan, and install wood shims or furring strips if
necessary.
Pre-drill the mounting anges. Attach the wall with screws
through the back wall ange into the framing. Be sure the wall
panel remain level and plumb. (For the 4836 4 piece, this step will
apply for the entire back wall as one piece).
22. For ve piece units, the next step is to place the top section
of the back wall. Clean the back ledge and apply a continuous
bead of 100% RTV silicone caulking along the ledge of the back
wall where the top part of the wall will sit. The bead should be
3/8 wide and placed at the middle of the ledge. It should go
completely around each alignment pin.
Lift the top back wall panel and set it on top of the lower wall.
Press the panel down to seat in the caulking. The top and bottom
wall panels must be level and plumb. Shim if necessary. The seam
between the panels should be no more than 1/8”. Pre-drill holes
and attach with screws along the top back ange into the
framing studs. Make sure the two wall panels are in alignment
and are level and plumb. Place level or straight edge on both
vertical ange where the wall will mate to the back wall and
check to assure there are no gaps. (For the 4836 four piece
which has a single piece back wall panel, skip this step).
23. Side wall installation. The side wall panels are slotted on
the bottom. The alignment pins in the pan will index with these
slots. The slots will allow the side wall panel to slide about one
inch to meet the back wall panel.
If the water control valve is located on one of the side walls, it
is important to dry trial t that panel rst. Carefully measure
and mark the location of the valve on the surface of the side
wall. Read the installation instructions provided by the valve
manufacturer. Carefully drill the valve hole(s).
Trial t the side wall panel to the shower pan. Wipe clean the
side ledge. This next step is a two person job.
Lift the side wall panel and set it on the ledge. Set the panel so
it is within one inch of the vertical back wall seam. Make sure
the pins in the pan index with the slots on the bottom of the
wall. Clear your ngers and slide the wall panel toward the
back wall. Make sure the alignment pins in the back wall index
into the holes on the side wall. See Figure 24
When seated, the seam should have a minimal gap of 1/8”
or less. If not, push the end of the side panel until the vertical
seam closes. See Figure 25 When in place, check the t of the
valve hole. Adjust size and location if required.
When the t is good, lift the wall panel away. Complete the
valve installation and connection to hot and cold water supply
at this time. Also complete shower supply connection. Strap
pipes to framing if required. This is the last
access to the plumbing before the wall is permanently installed.
Clean the side ledge and apply a continuous 3/8” bead of
100% RTV silicone caulking along the entire length of the
mating ledge of the shower pan. Apply the caulk completely
around each alignment pin.
Clean and apply a continuous 3/8” bead of 100% RTV silicone
caulk along the entire length of the vertical surface of the back
wall where the side wall panel mates to the back wall. Apply
the caulk completely around each alignment pin. See Figure 23
Lift the side wall and place it on the pan. Make sure alignment
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pins on the pan and back wall line up. Clear ngers and slide the
wall into the installed position. See Figure 25
Conrm t and level. Inspect that the grout lines on the side wall
match up with the grout lines on the back wall.
Using a grease pencil or china marker to make a short line
across the grout lines makes it easier to see if the grout lines are
in alignment.
Pre-drill mounting anges and attach to framing studs with
screws. Make sure wall panel remains level and plumb and the
seam is tight.
Repeat the procedures in Step 22 for opposite side wall.
24. Now that all wall panels are installed, remove the
protective cardboard from the oor and use a 2 foot level
to re-check the downward oor draft to the drain. Use the
same procedure as described in Step 18 of this manual.
25. Install the rubber caulking gasket around the drain pipe.
Trim the length of the pipe if necessary. Apply soap to the
caulking gasket to lubricate it. Place the caulking gasket on
the drain pipe and press it down into the drain assembly until it
seats. Snap the strainer plate onto the drain.
Pour water across the oor to conrm good draft to the
drain so the water drains completely with no puddling.
Make certain the drain does not leak.
Note: The manufacturer and supplier of this product is not
responsible for leaking drain conditions. Proper installation
of the drain tting and pipe is the installers responsibility.
Since there is minimal oor slope to the drain, it is
critical factory slope be maintained so the shower drains
well. To accomplish this, temporary bracing must be put in
place to assure the oor remains in the proper position as
the adhesive cures.
Before installing the bracing, place a padded piece of wood
on the top center of the threshold and directly on top of the
drain. Pad the wood with soft cloth or cardboard to prevent
damage to the nish.
Install temporary 2 x 4 stud bracing so they sit on top of
these wood pieces. Attach these studs to the room framing
above the shower, or pad to the ceiling. See Figure 26
26. Remove the temporary bracing after 72 hours. Place a
piece of cardboard in the shower to protect the nish.
Caulk all seams with white acrylic bathtub caulk.
SEAM CAULKING INSTRUCTIONS
Materials and tools required:
• acrylic latex caulk
• wiping cloths/rags
• clean water
• caulking gun
• cup
1. Cut off tip of caulk tube diagonally with opening
no larger than 1/8”. Figure 27
2. Run a continuous bead of caulk at the seam between
the two parts. Figure 28
3. Smooth caulk gently with a wet ngertip. Figure 29
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24.
Now that all wall panels are installed, remove the
protective cardboard from the floor and use a 2 foot level
to re-check the downward floor draft to the drain. Use the
same procedure as described in Step 18 of this manual.
Since there is minimal floor slope to the drain, it is
critical factory slope be maintained so the shower drains
well. To accomplish this, temporary bracing must be put in
place to assure the floor remains in the proper position as
the adhesive cures.
Before installing the bracing, place a padded piece of wood
on the top center of the threshold and directly on top of the
drain. Pad the wood with soft cloth or cardboard to prevent
damage to the finish.
Install temporary 2 x 4 stud bracing so they sit on top of
these wood pieces. Attach these studs to the room framing
above the shower, or pad to the ceiling. (See Figure 26).
Figure 26
26.
Remove the temporary bracing after 72 hours. Place a
piece of cardboard in the shower to protect the finish.
Caulk all seams with white acrylic bathtub caulk.
Confirm fit and level. Inspect that the grout lines on the side
wall match up with the grout lines on the back wall.
Using a grease pencil or china marker to make a short line
across the grout lines makes it easier to see if the grout lines
are in alignment.
Pre-drill mounting flanges and attach to framing studs
with screws. Make sure wall panel remains level and plumb
and the seam is tight.
Repeat the procedures in Step 22 for opposite side wall.
Lift the side wall and place it on the pan. Make sure alignment
pins on the pan and back wall line up. Clear fingers and slide
the wall into the installed position. (See Figure 25)
Clean and apply a continuous 3/8” bead of 100% RTV sili-
cone caulk along the entire length of the vertical surface of
the back wall where the side wall panel mates to the back
wall. Apply the caulk completely around each alignment pin.
(See Figure 23).
25.
Install the rubber caulking gasket around the drain pipe.
Trim the length of the pipe if necessary. Apply soap to the
caulking gasket to lubricate it. Place the caulking gasket on
the drain pipe and press it down into the drain assembly until
it seats. Snap the strainer plate onto the drain.
Pour water across the floor to confirm good draft to the
drain so the water drains completely with no puddling.
Make certain the drain does not leak.
Note: The manufacturer and supplier of this product is not
responsible for leaking drain conditions. Proper installation
of the drain fitting and pipe is the installers responsibility.
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4. Using a clean rag, wipe off excess water and caulk.
Figure 30
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHOWER SEATS WITH
SWING DOWN LEGS
(This style seat has four (4) adjustable height legs)
Your seat with swing down legs is fully assembled. Remove it from
the box and proceed as follows:
1. Choose the height of the seat you want. Barrier Free style
showers will typically have fold up seat installed at 17” to 19” height.
2. After selecting the height you desire, adjust each of the four legs
to that height while maintaining the seat in a level position. Lock
each of the lock nuts.
3. Place the seat against the wall of the shower where you want the
seat to be located. Seat may be centered on the wall for a Barrier
Free installation.
4. With the seat placed against the mounting wall, position the
two hinges to the wall. Using a pencil, mark the three holes (3)
holes in the ange onto the wall for each hinge. Remove seat
from wall.
5. Using a power drill with a 0.120” diameter drill through the
wall the three (3) mounting holes for each ange.
6. Apply silicone caulking around and inside each drilled hole
before installing the seat.
7. Place the seat against the mounting wall with each hinge
aligned to the mounting holes. Utilizing the six (6) #10 x 2”
Stainless Steel screws, place a Phillips screw driver into your
power drill and securely tighten each of the six (6) screws.
THIS COMPLETES THE INSTALLATION OF THE SEAT
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR GRAB BARS
Recommended tools for installation:
1/4” Power Drill
1/8” drill bit when drilling through berglass
#2 Phillips Screw Driver and/or Phillips drill insert
1/2” Open end wrench or a small Crescent wrench
Tape measure
Pencil/pen
Center Punch
Silicone Caulk
1. As indicated earlier in this manual, wood reinforcements must
be solidly installed behind the tile wall surface to provide a secure
mounting surface to attach the grab bars. Grab bars must be
installed at these locations only.
2. Select the particular size and style of grab bar you want to
install. Certain grab bars have snap in place ange covers, and
others have exposed anges.
3. For grab bars with snap in place ange covers, use the handle
of a Phillips screw driver to tap back the covers on the bottom
edge of the covers. It will be convenient in the installation process
if the covers are tapped together in the center of the grab bar.
4. Determine the position you want the to install the bar. Place
the bar against the wall. Using a pencil, mark the location of each
mounting hole at both ends of the bar.
5. Using a power drill with a 1/4” diameter carbide tipped drill bit,
drill, each mounting hole.
Materials Required:
Acrylic Latex Caulk
Wiping Cloths (Rags)
Clean Water
Cut off tip of caulk tube diagonally with opening
no larger than 1/8”.
(Figure 27)
Run a continuous bead of caulk at the seam between
the two parts.
(Figure 28)
Smooth caulk gently with a wet fingertip. (Figure 29)
Using a clean rag, wipe off excess water and caulk.
(Figure 30)
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Figure 27
Figure 28
Figure 30
Figure 29
Tools Required:
Caulking Gun
Cup
Your seat with swing down legs is fully assembled. Remove it from the box and proceed as follows:
(This style seat has four (4) adjustable height legs)
1.- Choose the height of the seat you want. Barrier Free style showers will typically have fold up
seat installed at 17” to 19” height.
2.- After selecting the height you desire, adjust each of the four legs to that height while
maintaining the seat in a level position. Lock each of the lock nuts.
3.- Place the seat against the wall of the shower where you want the seat to be located.
Seat may be centered on the wall for a Barrier Free installation.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHOWER SEATS
WITH SWING DOWN ADJUSTABLE LEGS
4.- With the seat placed against the mounting wall, position the two hinges to the wall.
Using a pencil, mark the three holes (3) holes in the flange onto the wall for each hinge.
Remove seat from wall.
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6. Apply silicone caulking around and inside each drilled hole
before installing the grab bar.
7. Take two (2) of the #10 x 2” Stainless Steel screws. By hand,
start one mounting screw in each end of the bar into the wall.
8. Use a power drill with a Phillips drill bit to fully install these
mounting screws.
9. Take the remaining #10 x 2” screws and place them into the
remaining open holes. Use care to snug up the screws, but to
not over-torque that the screws strip out the factory installed
backer board.
10. If installing a bar with snap-on covers, move the covers
into place at each ange. Twist the covers clockwise or counter
clockwise to tighten the covers onto the anges.
THIS COMPLETES THE INSTALLATION OF THE GRAB BAR
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR COLLAPSIBLE
WATER RETAINERS
Important considerations before you begin: Most manufactured
units are designed with a radius where the oor transitions
or meets the wall. This is to ensure proper structural strength
where the wall meets the oor. The installation of end caps
is highly recommended on radius models for proper t and
nish. The caps will also help to keep your curtain inside the
water barrier. A properly sized curtain with heavy tape weights
combined with a water retainer is the most complete and
effective system available today.
Installation of radius models: (For Finished End Cap Installation)
Make sure you have ordered the correct length. See chart
below. The water retainer strip is designed to travel along the
oor to the wall radius until vertical, then capped. (Less Cap
Installation) Cut the retainer strip to the shape of the radius
where the wall and the oor meet, then caulk. Caps are not
required in applications where a 90-degree corner is standard.
Size Verication Chart for all Factory Manufactured Shower
Units
For most Acrylic Showers:
• 36” ADA barrier free (36”I.D. opening)
42CWR-White
• 48” barrier free (45-46” I.D opening)
52CWR-White
• 60” ADA barrier free shower (60” I.D. opening)
66CWR-White
• Finished End Cap
CWRCAP-White
Note: 1 ½” wide at mounting surface required.
Identifying proper mounting location: It will be helpful to determine
whether your Gel-coat or Acrylic reinforced shower unit model has
a small molded ridge or “water runoff assist” or trench design on
your unit. You will nd this feature on the oor of approximately 1-3
inches from the front entry edge of your shower unit. The inside
edge of the water retainer should rest on the crown of the ridge
allowing the water to run off properly. Use this ridge as your guide
to mounting the retainer parallel with the water run off ridge.
Models less the ridge: All name brand barrier free showers that may
not have a water run off ridge or recessed trench and applications
such as tile, marble or cement oor surfaces, purchaser must
determine the proper mounting location and length. Helpful hint:
determine by desired location of curtain or directly below curtain
rod.
Tools & Materials required: Utility Knife, Tape measure, Straight edge,
Clear or White 100% Silicone Adhesive caulk, Blue Masking tape,
Rubbing Alcohol, bucket of water and clean rags.
INSTALLATION STEPS WITH FINISHED END CAPS
1. Thoroughly clean threshold surface of all soap scum and debris
using standard bath cleanser. Chemically clean surface with rubbing
alcohol.
2. Verify the required length anticipating the vertical rise, making
certain there is enough retainer strip to make a vertical rise on the
end walls.
3. Determine and mark center point of shower.
4. Determine and mark center point of water retainer strip.
5. Turn over water retainer strip and make cut on orange peel off
strip at half way mark. Peel off a portion (approx. 4”) of the orange
peel off strip in one direction exposing the adhesive.
6. Align strip with pre-determined pencil mark or molded ridge
crown of shower unit starting at the half way mark. Press on and
adhere approximately 4” of strip. Pull and stretch to wall and align
before removing remainder of orange peel off strip. Press into place.
7. Peel, stretch, alien and pull remaining half to wall. Press into place.
8. Push in the male end of your end cap into the water retainer.
Adhere end cap to unit with adhesive caulk and wipe clean. White
or clear adhesive type caulk is recommended.
9. Use masking tape to temporarily hold cap in place until adhesive
cures.
10. Optional: The outer edges beneath the retainer may be caulked
if desired to prevent soap and shower debris from lodging beneath
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the retainer. The adhesive tape does not extend to the edge (by
design) to allow the retainer to absorb the impact energy of a
rolling shower chair in high use applications. Wipe off excess
caulk and let cure (according to caulk specications) prior to
shower use.
STEPS LESS FINISHED END CAPS
1. Thoroughly clean threshold surface of all soap scum and debris
using standard bath cleanser. Chemically clean surface with
rubbing alcohol or equal.
2. Verify the required length anticipating the radius shaping
required on each end of the strip.
3. Determine the shape of the end cut required for proper t
and nishing.
4. Begin at one end only.
5. Create template of wall shape (if necessary) with cardboard or
material of choice.
6. Trace shape onto retainer, cut and trim with utility knife.
7. Beginning on the shaped end, peel back a small 4” section of
the orange peel off strip.
8. Align strip with pre-determined pencil mark or molded ridge
crown of unit. Press on and adhere the 4” section of exposed
strip into place.
9. Before removing remainder of orange peel off strip, stretch
retainer to opposite wall, mark and template for proper location
proceeding nal cut.
10. Remove remaining orange peel off strip and stretch retainer
to its nal position. Press and adhere into place.
11. Caulk end cuts and wipe clean. A silicone adhesive caulk is
recommended.
12. Optional: The outer edges beneath the retainer may be
caulked if desired to prevent soap and shower debris from
lodging beneath the retainer. The adhesive tape does not extend
to the edge by design to allow the retainer to absorb the impact
energy of a rolling shower chair in high use applications. Wipe off
excess caulk and let cure (according to caulk specications) prior
to shower use.
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2014, Laurel Mountain
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